June 10, 2005 – Carrie Underwood plays the Grand Ole Opry for the first time, just two weeks after winning Season 4 of “American Idol.” At the time, she said she didn’t feel like she deserved to be there – but 18 years later, how things have changed – as there are few in country music today that deserve to be on that stage more than her.

Nearly three years later, on May 10, 2008, Carrie was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry by country legend Randy Travis – an invitation that, 15 years down the road, has proven to be well-deserved. Now, with that 15th anniversary approaching, Carrie and the Opry have announced that the singer is going to mark the occasion with two shows – on the same night!

“@CarrieUnderwood steps back into the circle on May 13th for TWO shows celebrating her 15th Opry anniversary!,” the Opry posted on their Instagram. The shows will also feature Michael Ray, Deana Carter – and perhaps a few other stars yet to be announced. See the Instagram post below for ticket information.

Source: Taste Of Country